Graduation season is fast approaching and, if you want to host a memorable celebration, it’s time to start planning. After years of hard work, the student in your life deserves recognition for their achievement! Whether they are graduating from high school or college, or if they made the big decision to go back to school. To help you mark the occasion, take a look at our must-have rentals for a summer graduation party.

School Colored Linens

Represent the school you are graduating from or the school you will be attending with bold event linens. We stock tablecloths and napkins in a wide variety of colors and materials. Whether you’re looking for a true University of Tennessee Orange or a shimmering Gold for Vanderbilt University. Keep things casual with our solid poly linens, or achieve a chic look with our luxurious velvet linens. For a more glam vibe, don’t overlook sequin linens!

Tent Packages for Every Party Size

Enjoy the summer sunshine in comfort when you rent one of our Tent Packages. Available in a variety of sizes, our tents can be used to create some shade or keep your company dry in the event of rain. Our Ready to Party Packages come with everything you need to accommodate 30 to 100 guests, including furniture and linens. For small backyard gatherings, one of our Pop Up Tent Packages is perfect for displaying a self-serve food or drink station. As well as party favors or a guest book!

Special Seating for the Grad

Keep the grad front and center of the celebration with a unique chair at the head of the table. It is a small touch that will make them feel extra special for the day! But it will also help direct guests to the graduate, perfect if you’re hoping to snag some photographs. We have many modern specialty chairs to choose from, like our Ghost Acrylic Arm Chair and Farrah Teal Velvet Chair. Or take a look at our retro-chic Gold Bamboo Arm Cha

Catering Rentals & Family Style Serving Pieces

Food and drinks are a must-have for a party. But you can easily minimize clean-up with our convenient catering rentals. We have everything you need, from beverage dispensers to chafing dishes and serving pieces for a stylish self-serve buffet. As well as charcuterie boards and Silver Trays, perfect for creating colorful fruit and cheese-laden grazing boards. Finally, grab a variety of cake or cupcake stands to set up a multi-level display of sweet celebratory treats.

Are there any graduation parties on your summer to-do list? Let Team Southern help you plan a memorable backyard get-together! If any of our party rentals have caught your eye, contact our team at info@southerneventsonline.com. Considering a more unique event theme for your grad? Check out this trendy southern brunch party!

Graduation is a big deal—cue the cheers, confetti, and proud tears! It’s a once-in-a-lifetime milestone, and you’ll want everything to be picture-perfect for students, faculty, and families. Whether your event is indoors or outdoors, we have the must-have graduation ceremony rentals to create a stylish, safe, and seamless celebration.

Make a Statement with Staging & Carpet

Every graduate deserves their moment to shine. Our sturdy event staging, available with or without carpet, ensures a polished, professional setup for that iconic diploma walk. Looking to elevate the experience? Red carpet and black carpet are now in stock to create a VIP-style walkway or to enhance the look of your stage.

For an extra level of sophistication, the Harpeth stage facade and columns provide a sleek, customizable backdrop—perfect for showcasing school colors or a logo. Stage skirting, now available in natural or black, ensures a clean and professional finish.

Seating that Keeps Guests Comfortable

Before graduates take that anticipated walk across the stage, they’ll be spending time seated. Keep guests comfortable and the event looking polished with our classic folding chairs, available in Fruitwood, White, and Black. These chairs are easy to transport, set up, and arrange for an organized and cohesive look.

Pipe & Drape for a Picture-Perfect Event

Pipe and drape is a versatile design element that adds instant elegance. Use it to create a stylish photo station where graduates and families can capture the moment or as a sleek backdrop for the stage. Whether you want a dramatic or neutral aesthetic, pipe and drape offers a polished look that enhances any space.

Smooth & Sturdy Event Flooring

If your graduation ceremony is taking place outdoors, a level and stable surface is key. Our DuraTrac flooring is a simple solution for covering grass, dirt, or uneven surfaces, ensuring that both guests and graduates have a sturdy, comfortable foundation. Not only does it protect the event space, but it also creates a more seamless experience for everyone attending.

Crowd Control, But Make it Stylish

With a large crowd gathered to celebrate, it’s important to maintain a smooth flow of movement. Fencing and rope/stanchion rentals help create organized pathways while maintaining a refined appearance. Our white portable fencing helps define entry and exit points, while rope and stanchions keep the stage area accessible only to designated guests.

Lecterns & Signage for a Flawless Flow

A well-planned graduation ceremony includes clear signage and a designated space for speakers. Display school logos, event programs, or directional signage with our black and gold aluminum easels. For keynote speeches and presentations, our acrylic or sleek black metal lectern offers a modern, professional touch to your stage setup.

Plan Your Graduation Ceremony with Ease

Planning a graduation doesn’t have to be stressful. Our team is here to help with graduation ceremony rentals that will create a seamless and stylish event. Contact us at info@southerneventsonline.com to book a showroom tour and see our inventory in person. If you’re also planning a personal graduation party, be sure to check out our blog on in-stock graduation party rentals.